Sexual health
Helpful information and tips focusing on improving sexual health. Every blog has been medically reviewed by a medical professional.

Can You Have an STI if You’ve Never Been Sexually Active?
When it comes to sexually transmitted infections (STIs), most people assume that sexual activity is the only way they can…

UTI vs. Kidney Infection: Understanding the Key Differences
If you’ve ever had a urinary tract infection (UTI), you know how uncomfortable it can be. UTIs can affect the…

How to Prevent a UTI When You Feel it Coming
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are extremely common around the world. Recent studies show UTIs affect over 400 million people annually,…

What Happens if You Take Two Birth Control Pills in a Day?
Taking your birth control at the same time each day can become a habit that’s easy to manage. But life…

Can a Yeast Infection Cause a False Positive Genital Herpes Test?
Yeast infections, also known as vulvovaginal candidiasis, is a type of vaginal fungal infection that is caused by a form…

Anonymous STI Testing: Your Guide to Testing Safely and Privately
Is privacy or societal pressure holding you back from regular testing for sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? You’re not alone—taking care…

Should I Get Tested for STDs After Every Partner
Infections and diseases spread by sexual contact can have a profound impact on both your sexual and reproductive health. There…

How Much Does Birth Control Cost in Canada?
Birth control, also known as contraception, works by preventing pregnancy in several ways. Typically, conception occurs after ejaculation when millions…

What is the Syphilis Testing Window?
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a bacteria called Treponema pallidum. In the 1990s, North America was…

Understanding Timelines for UTI Symptoms to Appear
Recognizing the signs of urinary tract infections (UTIs) early enough can make a big difference in managing the infection effectively.…

How Long Does it Take for Chlamydia to Show up on a Test?
Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in Canada and around the world, caused by the…

Why do my Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Symptoms Come and Go?
Dealing with discomfort while urinating or suddenly feeling the need to go can be unsettling. However, you’re not alone; urinary…
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